Monty enjoys a hero's reception

Martell Cognac Grand National hero Monty’s Pass enjoyed a rapturous reception on his return to Ireland today.

Monty enjoys a hero's reception
Sun, 06 Apr, 2003 - 17:48

Martell Cognac Grand National hero Monty’s Pass enjoyed a rapturous reception on his return to Ireland today.

The Jimmy Mangan-trained 10-year-old was due to return here in the early hours of this morning but connections missed the 3am ferry from Holyhead following an impromptu party in Liverpool on Saturday night.

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